News Release

Monday, June 12, 2017

Man Fatally Wounded in Hollywood NR17177im

Hollywood: Los Angeles
Police Department West Bureau Homicide detectives are investigating
the stabbing death of a male approximately 40-years-old, and are
asking for the public's help in providing any information that
would assist with the investigation.

On Monday, June 12, 2017, around 8:00 a.m., Hollywood Division
patrol officers responded to a reported stabbing at Hollywood
Boulevard at the 101 Freeway. When officers arrived, they found the
victim who was suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim was
transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his
injuries.

Detective's investigation revealed there were two male Hispanic
suspects, near the victim. One of the suspects stabbed the victim
and both suspects fled eastbound on Hollywood Boulevard on
foot.

The motive for this homicide is unknown.

There is no further information at this time and the investigation
is ongoing.

Anyone with information is urged to contact West Bureau Homicide
detectives at (213) 382-9470. During non-business hours or on
weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7
(1-877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call
the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477)
or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org. Tipsters may also visit
www.lapdonline.org, and click on "Anonymous Web Tips" under the
"Get Involved-Crime Stoppers" menu to submit an online tip. Lastly,
tipsters may also download the "P3 Tips" mobile application and
select the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers as their local program.